Mid-Summer Walk at Wah Sash Kah Moqua Preserve, Bay County
Join Saginaw Basin Land Conservancy's Director of Land Protection Trevor Edmonds for a walk and talk at Wah Sash Kah Moqua, part of the SBLC's landscape-level Saginaw Bay Coastal Wildlands project. Acquired in 2011, the 123-acre Wah Sash Kah Moqua unit was actively farmed until a few years before it was owned and managed by the SBLC. The tile was cut and removed, then thousands of native trees and shrubs were planted to restore the property to a forested scrub/shrub wetland, a historically appropriate habitat for its close proximity to the Saginaw Bay shoreline. Edmonds will lead a hike on the land's figure-eight trail system and highlight flora and fauna along the way. If time permits, we may also visit the nearby Standish unit of Saginaw Bay Coastal Wildlands.
Meet and park at the Trailhead of Wah Sash Ka Moqua Preserve on Bay-Arenac Line Road. For directions: http://www.sblc-mi.org/wah-sash-kah-moqua-nature-preserve.html
Trevor Edmonds has been with the SBLC since May of 2012. His main responsibilities include the management and protection of the SBLC's portfolio of nearly 6,000 acres of protected land. He attended Northern Michigan University and holds a degree in environmental conservation. Edmonds also completed the MSU Extension's Master Naturalist program in 2015 and is currently in pursuit of his certified arborist certification.
Mid-Mitten 2022 Calendar
Second Monday of the month 6:30-8:00 PM at Chippewa Nature Center, 400 S. Badour Road, Midland – unless noted
Jan. 10 Nature Journaling
A journal is a wonderful way to interact with your world. Journaling allows you to capture the essence of your days and to revisit them in the future. But you don’t have to love to write to journal. We will explore ways to capture your experiences in nature in unique and fun ways. Laura J. Volsejpka, scientist/artist and director of Creative 360 in Midland will provide the books and the tools – you provide the experience and imagination!
Feb. 14 City Versus Invasives
Stephanie Richardson, City of Midland Horticulturist, will describe what the city has been doing regarding invasive species management on city lands and the reestablishment of natives in various areas, along with future plans. Since 2007 Stephanie has enjoyed helping people connect with nature in an urban environment, and enhancing the quality of life for Midland residents and visitors.
Mar. 14 Saving Seeds and the Michigan Seed Library Network
Learn how you can find a variety of heirloom and modern seeds for planting this spring at local seed libraries. Bevin Cohen of Small House Farm explains how he facilitated the establishment of seed libraries throughout Michigan, and shares some stories about the seeds and the people who grow them. He will also have books for sale.
Apr. 11 How to Prune Trees and Shrubs the Right Way
Learn from Chuck Martin, grounds manager and senior horticulturist at Whiting Forest of Dow gardens, how to properly prune branches without negatively impacting the health of trees and shrubs. This meeting will take place on Chuck’s property and feature pruning demonstrations. Register by emailing [email protected] to receive the address.
May 9 Native American Uses of Native Plants
Native Americans living in this region prior to European settlement depended on a variety of plants to meet their needs for food, medicine and shelter. Join CNC’s Historical Interpreter Corrine Bloomfield for a casual trail walk to learn more about these valuable resources. This program will be held inside the Visitor Center if inclement weather.